Ampal Expands US Aluminium Powder Production with New Line Set for Mid-2025

New facility to enhance production capabilities and meet growing demand in key industries

New Aluminium Powder Line in Pennsylvania
United States Metal Powders, Inc. (USMP) has announced a major expansion of its aluminium powder production capabilities with the addition of a new manufacturing line at its Ampal Inc. subsidiary in Palmerton, Pennsylvania. Set to begin full production by the summer of 2025, the new line will be capable of producing both nodular and spherical aluminium powders, further strengthening USMP’s position as a leading global supplier of aluminium powders.

Ampal, the largest producer of aluminium powder in North America, has been operating in Palmerton since 1982 after relocating from Flemington, New Jersey. The company is part of the USMP family, which also includes Poudres Hermillon in France.

A Strategic Expansion for USMP’s Global Market Reach
This new production line is a key part of USMP’s strategic growth plan and reflects the company’s commitment to meeting the increasing global demand for high-quality aluminium powders. The products from this facility will serve a broad range of industries, including aerospace, defence, automotive, energy, chemicals, and construction, among others.

“We are excited to invest in this new capacity in the USA,” said Eric Degenfelder, President of USMP. “This expansion supports our growth ambitions while enhancing our hallmark certainty of supply. By introducing this state-of-the-art technology, we can provide our customers with the highest levels of safety, productivity, and quality.”

Focus on Quality, Safety, and Redundancy
The new powder line will feature cutting-edge technology designed to improve production efficiency, product quality, and safety. According to the company, this expansion will also increase production redundancy, ensuring a reliable supply of aluminium powders to USMP’s global customer base.

USMP is continuing to hire new team members across all functions to support the growing operations, further underscoring the company’s investment in both capacity and talent.